Newly diagnosed

Hi . Personally, I feel that communications skills and empathy are among the most important attributes in a doctor. It doesn't sound like you have that from this doctor. We are not medical experts, but if you were told you were pre-diabetic 30 years ago, you really should have been given some advice as to how you should address it, or your doctor should have referred you to someone who could help, like a dietician of a diabetes educator. Medication alone is not enough because your diabetes can get worse without dietary and/or lifestyle changes. Your doctor might have to keep increasing the medication until you end up on insulin. Given your numbers, you have a good chance of getting off medication if you can make enough changes. So, I would look for a new doctor, one who is more invested. Here is an article that might help you get started on some of those chances, but I hope you at least ask your doctor for a refer to someone who can help: https://type2diabetes.com/living-with-t2d/managing. Untreated diabetes can lead to eye problems, nerve damage, cardiac issues, kidney damage and other complications. Your numbers are fairly low for someone who developed pre-diabetes 30 years ago, so, hopefully, you can still prevent future damage. It is really important that both you and your doctor take it seriously now though in order to ensure a healthier future. I hope this helps. We have lots of resources for you here and a huge community of supportive people who can help you get on track and stay there. You are not alone. Warmest of wishes. - Lori (Team Member)

I have diabetes also, and a doctor told me that I "barely" have diabetes 5 years ago. I have a different doctor now with great communication skills and he is able to talk to me at length about options, treatments and how I feel. Currently I am on Mounjaro that has been a life altering experience for me because it keeps my A1C in the normal range all the time.

Thanks